Hiya,
So after having a PET scan last week and the results not going in my favour. High activity in the right lower lobe (5cm mass) and also some activity in the upper lymph node(s) hence the reason for the EBUS. I have been told by the lung cancer nurse that until the EBUS is done (sample of effected lymph nodes) they are sitting on the fence. Unfortunately I have quiet a few symptoms, shortness of breath, had aggressive cough which has calmed down and now its on and off but a lot calmer, coughing up blood in phlegm mainly in the morning since Xmas day.
Does anyone know that if the lymph node(s) are affected then is surgery still available? I have heard that if no Lymph nodes show activity after a PET scan and surgery is performed but then its discovered the lymph nodes are affected then chemo is offered. I was wondering if its possible for surgery and chemo when they are aware of lymph node(s) involvement.
It seems like every time I go for a scan etc I always receive bad news.
The last few months have been absolute torture especially as I have a young family. Also the fact that at one point I was told I dont have lung cancer (December 8th).
I have an updated profile if anyone wants a read of it.
